What's On In Brisbane

Wondering what's on in Brisbane and surrounds? Whether you are a local, new in town or just visiting the Sunshine State, we have plenty of special events throughout South East Queensland to choose from. Here, you'll find lifestyle expos, major shows, sports, arts, cultural, music festivals, community fairs, food and wine extravaganzas, celebrations, school fetes and much more, happening all year round.

Whether it's the spectacular good-time atmosphere of Brisbane's Paniyiri, Royal Queensland Show, Brisbane French Festival, Brisbane Irish Festival and BrisAsia Festival, to the family-friendly experiences of the Hills Festival, Redcliffe Kitefest, Goodna Jacaranda Festival, Redfest and Sherwood Festival, there's always a wide variety of fun, entertaining and interesting event happening for all ages and tastes.

Featured Event

24July

Le Festival

24-26 July 2026
Roma Street Parklands Qld

"PIQUE-NIQUE" FRENCH-STYLE AT ROMA ST PARKLAND THIS JULY!

Are you ready for Brisbane's biggest French 'pique-nique'? Baguettes, blankets, baskets, and bérets... Indulge your senses with the smell of flaky, buttery croissants and melting cheese, the sound of clinking glasses and joie-de-vivre, topped off by delightful French melodies...

Le Festival invites you to a French "pique-nique" in the park like no other - with hours of live entertainment, a French market bursting with the flavours and colours of 'bleu-blanc-rouge', specially designed Masterclasses for a deep French cultural immersion, a children's corner to entice our littlest Francophiles, a French bar to keep the Champagne flowing, and a few more surprises... And, you can pre-order a 'délicieux' picnic box so you're ready 'pique-nique' as the French would.

Café-croissant or Champagne-charcuterie? Whichever takes your fancy, we'll have the ingredients for your perfect 'pique-nique' at Le Festival.

Featured Event

25July

Indooroopilly State School Indigo Fair

25 July 2026 : 11.00am - 5.00pm
Moggill Rd Indooroopilly Qld

Indooroopilly State School Indigo Fair Indigo Fair is a vibrant, high-energy community celebration bringing together families, local businesses, and neighbouring suburbs for a full day of entertainment, culture, food, and activities.

Enjoy exciting rides, delicious food vendors, market stalls, live performances, raffles, family activities, and plenty of fun for all ages.

Featured Event

1August

Graceville State School Fair

1 August 2026 : 9.00am - 7.00pm
Norfolk St Coorparoo Qld

Join us for the Graceville State School Fair — one amazing Fair Day where you can browse, shop and enjoy our much-loved community stalls, food, rides, entertainment, activities and fireworks to finish the day. Come for the morning, stay for the afternoon, or make a full day of it with family and friends.

Featured Event

2August

Mt Carmel Community Fete

2 August 2026 : 9.30am - 3.30pm
Norfolk St Coorparoo Qld

The Mt Carmel Community Fete going to be bigger and better than ever before! The Fete is over 80 years young and still thriving. It is purely a fundraising event and brings together the community through a fun-filled day of over 25 stalls, rides, silent and live auctions, farmyard animals, kids play areas, showbags, entertainment and delicious food. There isn't much theFete doesn't offer!

What's Happening Around Brisbane

16-26 July, 2026

Jumpers and Jazz in July

Vibrant music and arts festival featuring an eclectic program of workshops, exhibitions, street festivals, a giant bonfire night, static car displays, dining events, swing dance, live jazz entertainment plus over 120 trees wrapped in art.

Various Venues Warwick Qld

17-26 July, 2026

NOOSA alive! Festival

>NOOSA alive! Festival - 10 days of music, theatre, thought and performances in a magical part of Australia, Noosa! Ignite your senses with live shows, literary events, thought provoking performances, food & wine along with family friendly activities.

Various Venues Noosa Qld

18 July, 2026

Killarney Bonfire Night

Help us heat this place up! You are invited to Killarney's Winter Party with a creative fire drums exhibition, live fire performance, country rock music, fireworks, kids activities, bar, warm winter food, and of course, a giant bonfire.

Killarney Showgrounds Killarney Qld

18 July, 2026

St Johns College Carnival

Come along for a great afternoon and evening out with the family. Enjoy live performances and entertainment, food trucks, raffles, Bar, Market Stalls, Sideshow Games, carnival Rides for all ages, plant, displays and more.

College Ave Forest Lake Brisbane Qld

18 July, 2026

Mueller College Fete

This years Mueller College Fete is set to be a great day out and is open to the entire family. Highlights of this fantastic event include Big Show rides; Food Trucks; Market Stalls; Auction; Cake Stall; Kids activities; Fireworks and more

Morris Rd Rothwell Qld

18-19 July, 2026

Brisbane Open House

Brisbane Open House is a free public event that celebrates Brisbane's architecture and offers behind-the-scenes access to many residential, commercial and industrial historical and heritage-listed buildings across the city

Various locations Brisbane Qld

19 July, 2026

Jetty 2 Jetty Fun Run

The Jetty 2 Jetty Fun Run takes place around the stunning Redcliffe Peninsula, offering 3km, 5km, 10km and 21km races. No matter if this is your first ever fun run, or your running the half marathon, this an event for all ages and levels.

Pelican Park Clontarf Qld

25 July, 2026

All Saints Fair

Join us for a fun family day out at the All Saints Fair! Enjoy live music and entertainment, international food stalls, carnival rides, markets, face painting, sideshow alley, cake stall, a cent auction with incredible prizes and so much more!

Highfield Dr Merrimac Qld

25 July, 2026

Moorooka State School Fete

We're thrilled to invite parents, families, and the community to the Moorooka State School Fete. Join us for a fun-filled day of entertainment, rides, food, craft activities, baked goods, raffles and more!

5 Sherley St Moorooka Qld

25 July, 2025

Moggill State School Mogganza

Moggill State School is holding Mogganza, our annual community celebration, and this year our event is going to be awesome and bigger than ever! Enjoy carnival rides, novelties, games, stalls, bar, great food, entertainment and more!

Moggill Rd Moggill Qld

25 July - 9 August, 2026

Peaks to Point Festival

A environmental festival that celebrates the natural areas on the south side of the Brisbane River. See displays, activities and entertainment at the Family Day at Oxley Creek Common along with events and activities over the two weeks.

Brisbane River south Qld

26 July, 2026

Einbunpin Festival

The Einbunpin Festival provides an opportunity for the community to come together and enjoy the vibrancy and artistic talents found in the district. The day offers something for everyone including plenty of stalls, entertainment, games and activities.

Einbunpin Parklands Sandgate Qld

26 July, 2026

Chevron Island Street Party

The Chevron Island Street Party is back bigger than ever! Featuring live music, market stalls, kids entertainment, and with extended trading hours and local restaurant specials this is a community celebration not to be missed!.

Thomas Dr Chevron Island Qld

31 July, 2026

LUMINOUS Lantern Parade

Come and celebrate our diversity and welcome all new Queenslanders at the LUMINOUS Lantern Parade! Highlights include the Lantern Parade, multicultural Market Stalls, International Food, Entertainment, Displays, Activities and much more.

South Bank Parklands Brisbane Qld

31 July - 2 August, 2026

GreazeFest Brisbane

Come along and join thousands of rockabilly and hot rod fans who roll up for a massive dose of ultra-kool kustom kulture. See cool cars, rockabilly bands, djs, fashion parades, pinups, vintage bikes, lowrider cycles, kustom art shows, markets and heaps more!

Redland Showgrounds Cleveland Qld

31 July - 2 August, 2026

Pine Rivers Show

Bring the family along for jam packed fun filled weekend of food, entertainment, attractions, competitions, rides and of course showbags! Huge attractions including the Rodeo and Fireworks will make this years show one not to be missed!

Pine Rivers Showgrounds Lawnton Qld

1 August, 2026

Groves Community Fair

You're invited to the Groves Community Fair. Bring the family along and enjoy a fabulous day out highlighted by Carnival Rides, Student Performances, Showbags, School Tours, Displays, Activities, Mouth-watering Food, Games and more.

70 Laughlin St, Kingston Qld

1 August, 2026

Gold Coast Botanical Bazaar

The Gold Coast Garden and Sustainability Festival where naturally wild, urban gardeners and nature lovers connect. Explore plant nurseries, garden materials and more relaxing amongst the community gardens with live music, and delicious food!

Country Paradise Parklands Nerang Qld

8 August, 2026

Good Shepherd Twilight Fair

Good Shepherd College welcomes friends and families to our Twilight Fair complete with fireworks, live music and entertainment galore. Relax and enjoy great food, refreshing beverages, exciting rides and a taste of classic country Fair.

Noosa Eumundi Road, Noosaville Qld

10 August, 2026

Caboolture Family Fun Day

Come down to Centenary Lakes for a day of family-friendly, show-themed fun! Enjoy rides for all ages, stage entertainment, live music, showbags, activities and workshops, market stalls, food trucks, and more!

Centenary Lakes Park Caboolture Qld

8-16 August, 2026

Royal Queensland Show

The Ekka is Queensland's largest and most loved annual event, featuring 10 wonderful days of great family entertainment, displays, rides and attractions, fine food, lifestock, fashion, arts and crafts, spectacular shows, performances and fireworks.

Brisbane Showgrounds Brisbane Qld

9 August, 2026

Nerang Funanza

Bring the whole family along for a day packed with fun, laughter, and community spirit – all with FREE entry. Enjoy great food, market stalls, live entertainment and performances, carnival rides for all ages, free activities and more.

Country Paradise Parklands Nerang Qld

14-16 August, 2026

Pacific Airshow Gold Coast

Bigger! Faster! Louder! Family-friendly three-day celebration of aviation, featuring amazing aerobatic performances from the world's best civilian performers and military aviators, along with heaps of beachside entertainment, activities, food and fun.

Surfers Paradise Gold Coast Qld

15 August, 2026

Kenmore South Fest

It's time again for the Kenmore South State School Fete, so come along and join us for some fabulous family fun. We have a great line up of attractions including carnival rides, food and beverage stalls, markets, performances and so much more

Kersely Rd Kenmore Qld

15 August, 2026

India Day Fair

India Day Fair is a celebration of India's Independence. Be immersed in India culture right here in Brisbane with everyting from traditional food to dance and everything in between. So come along and experience vibrant entertainment from India.

Roma Street Parkland Brisbane Qld

22 August, 2026

St Anthony's Primary School Fete

We are excited to invite everyone along to the St Anthony's Primary School Fete! Entry is FREE, so come along and enjoy rides, bar, sideshow alley, great stalls, a fantastic raffle and plenty of food options to keep you going all day!

St Anthony's Dr Alexandra Hills QLD

22 August, 2026

Toowong Hands and Hearts Fair

Come to the Toowong School Fair and join us in celebrating the diverse cultures of our school. Come and check out our exciting stage shows, activities for children, food trucks, home-baked goods, bar, stalls and more.

105 Sylvan Rd, Toowong Brisbane Qld

22 August, 2026

Yeronga State School Fete

Join us for this year's fete with plenty of rides, games, mouth-watering food, kids activities, stalls, entertainment, performances, raffles, displays, bar & Beer Garden and of course spectacular fireworks to finish the night.

Park Rd Yeronga Qld

23 August, 2026

Brisbane Backyard Bonanza

Enjoy two stages of entertainment including children's character shows, professional bands and dance groups, miniature steam train rides, kids' and youth activities, delicious food trucks, community market stalls, displays and more.

McPherson Park Bracken Ridge Qld

23 August, 2026

St Catherine's School Fete

Come along everyone to St Catherine's Catholic Primary School Fete and enjoy loads of fun with attractions including Fairground rides, yummy food, Sideshow Alley, Sweet/Cake stall, Live Entertainment, amazing raffle prizes and much, much more

388 Newnham Road, Wishart QLD

23 August, 2026

Yandina Street Fair

Join us at the Yandina Street Fair! Enjoy a family fun filled day with music, live entertainment, great food, classic car display, community and handmade stalls, street performers, amusements for all ages and much more.

Yandina Qld

28-30 August, 2026

Gold Coast Show

Over 120,000 visitors come through the Gold Coast Show gates each year, to enjoy a mix of country and city demonstrations and displays, competitions, carnival rides, food and drink, free live entertainment, and our awesome fireworks displays.

Broadwater Parklands Gold Coast Qld

29 August, 2026

Windsor State School WindsorFest

Windsor State School's WindsorFest celebrates our local community through a fun-filled day & night-time carnival with something for everyone including fairground rides, market stalls, wonderful food, performances, entertainment and more.

270 Lutwyche Road, Windsor Qld

29 August, 2026

Milton State School Fair on the Green

Come along and support your local community at this year's Milton State School annual Fair on the Green. With new rides, food stalls, school student performances, live music and more, there is sure to be something for the whole family.

Gregory Park Milton Qld

29 August, 2026

Forest Lake Community Festival

Join us in celebrating the annual Forest Lake Community Festival! There's something for everyone including market stalls, food trucks, music, roving entertainers, rides, community groups, facepainting, live music and performances

The Lake Forest Lake Qld

29 August, 2026

Parklands College Fete

Join us for some good ole' fashioned family fun at this year's Parklands College Fete. Lots of food and all-day entertainment at the main stage, sideshow alley, showbags, market stalls, lob-a-choc, games, huge fireworks and lots more!

11 Hillcrest Rd Park Ridge QLD

30 August, 2026

Belmont State School Fete

Roll up, roll up… the Belmont State School Fete is back, bigger and better than ever! Join us as we celebrate 150 years with a day full of joy, celebration and pride. Enjoy great food, family-friendly stalls, rides, performances and more!

Old Cleveland Rd Carindale Qld

30 August, 2026

Holy Spirit Primary School Spring Fair

The Holy Spirit Spring Fair is an event not to be missed! Come along for a full day offering plenty of entertainment, rides, games, kids activities, auctions, cakes, jams, chutneys and sweets, art and craft stall, plant stall, lots of yummy food and plenty more

Villiers St New Farm Qld

30 August, 2026

Geebung Street Party

The Geebung Street Party is back promising a fantastic day out for the whole family featuring market stalls, food trucks, live music and entertainment, community displays, great vibes and free fun activities for all ages.

Collings St Geebung Qld

4-26 September, 2026

Brisbane Festival

One of Australia's leading international arts festivals, dominating the city for three weeks in September. The festival features a line-up of classical and contemporary music, theatre, dance, comedy, opera, circus and major public events.

Various venues in Brisbane Qld

5 September, 2026

Matsuri Brisbane

Experience a real day in Japan at this year's Matsuri Brisbane. This is an annual Japanese Festival featuring Stage Performances, traditional Food and drinks, Stalls, Cultural displays, activities, workshops, handicrafts, services and more!!

White Hill State College Brisbane Qld

5 September, 2026

Brisbane Riverfire

Riverfire returns this September to ignite our skyline and wrap up three incredible weeks of Brisbane Festival for yet another year. This is one of the most electrifying displays in Australia, fired from multiple bridges, barges and city rooftops.

Brisbane River and surrounds Qld

11-13 September, 2026

Laidley Spring Festival

Laidley Spring Festival is an annual celebration of all things Spring in the Lockyer Valley. Enjoy three days of events, activities, workshops, music and of course, the street parade. It's perfect for families or anyone who loves the country!

Various Locations Laidley Qld

11-13 September, 2026

Bayside Spring Festival

The Bayside Spring Festival brings the Bayside to life with colour, community spirit, and fun for all ages with two massive days of tunes, good vibes, fun, food and spectacular fireworks right here by the bay!

George Clayton Park Manly Qld

11-13 Sep, 2026

Brisbane Home Show

About to renovate or build? Then visit Brisbane's Home Shows to see, try and buy all the latest products for your kitchen, bathroom or interiors upgrade. There are hundreds of new ideas to renovate your house, both inside and out.

Convention Centre Brisbane Qld

11-20 September, 2026

SWELL Sculpture Festival

Come face to face with awe-inspiring sculptures by local, national and international artists. Discover a range of unique experiences; guided twilight walks and artist talks; artist led workshops; delicious food on The Green and live music.

Currumbin Gold Coast Qld

12 September, 2026

MacGregor State School Macfair

Mac Fair is just around the corner and it’s going to be packed with fun for the whole family! Get ready for a fantastic day of delicious international foods, performances and live entertainment, market stalls, carnival rides and community fun!

Mains Rd Sunnybank Qld

12 September, 2026

Citipointe Country Carnival

Bring the family along for a day filled with joy and unforgettable memories with Family-friendly Bush Dancing, Talented Student Performances, Creative Market Stalls, Rides for All Ages, Delicious Food Trucks and a Spectacular Fireworks Display

Wecker Rd Carindale Qld

13 September, 2026

Bridge to Brisbane

The Bridge to Brisbane is Queensland's biggest and best annual fun run and is an opportunity for participants of all ages to celebrate Brisbane, enjoy being healthy, active, & raise funds for a charity of your choice.

Various locations Brisbane

13 September, 2026

St Joachims Fete

Come and Experience our Wonderful Community at the St Joachim's School Fete! Enjoy Delicious Food, fun Rides, Entertainment, Stalls and Fabulous Raffles - it's a Day not be be missed. St Joachim's Coming Together, To Celebrate Community since 1938.

41 Yuletide St Holland Park Qld

13 September, 2026

Main Beach Street Festival

Join us for an exciting day filled with live music, market stalls, kids entertainment, extended trading hours, and special offers from local restaurants. Don't miss this vibrant community event in the heart of Main Beach!

Tedder Ave Main Beach

13 September, 2026

Nundah Festival

The Nundah Festival is back - and this year it will be bigger than ever! The Festival will include live music, entertainment, stallholders, jumping castle, kids rides, street entertainers and performances from local schools and groups.

Nundah Village Brisbane Qld

18-20 September, 2026

Mitchell Creek Rock N Blues Fest

The Mitchell Creek Rock N Blues Fest is an authentic, big weekend festival featuring cracking bands, two stages offering non-stop music, multi cultural foods and free camping - all on 100 private acres in the beautiful scenic Mary Valley.

Mitchell Creek Sunshine Coast Qld

Cleveland Caravan, Camping, Boating & 4×4 Expo

18-20 September, 2026

Cleveland Caravan, Camping, Boating & 4x4 Expo

A massive outdoor adventure showcase where visitors can view and compare the latest caravans and camper trailers, 4x4's, off-road equipment, boating and fishing gear, vehicle and camping accessories, holiday destinations and loads more.

Redland Showgrounds Cleveland Qld

18 September - 5 October, 2026

Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers

During September each year, over 200,000 visitors experience the colour, spectacle, fun and excitement of the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers. This iconic Queensland event boasts a wide range of world-class gardens, food and wine, entertainment, and events.

Various Locations Toowoomba Qld

19 September, 2026

Flame BBQ Street Festival

Enjoy a day of legendary family fun! See the region's finest gourmet BBQ specialists and most loved food trucks, along with unlimited rides, action packed entertainment, competitions, licensed bar, kids activities and much more

South St, Jimboomba QLD

19-20 September, 2026

Redcliffe KiteFest

A celebration of colour! Redcliffe KiteFest promises one HUGE weekend of fun, boasting world-class kite displays, live performances by Emma Memma, kids activities, market stalls, amusement rides, aerobatic displays and so much MORE!

Pelican Park, Clontarf Qld

19-20 September, 2026

Oz Comic-Con

It's time to don your capes, rally your super crew and mask up for an epic weekend of pop culture. See a packed show floor featuring industry talks, free play gaming opportunities and tournaments plus exclusive pop culture merchandise.

Exhibition Centre Brisbane Qld

20 September, 2026

Murphys Creek Chilli Carnival

Prepare your taste buds for the best chilli fest in the west! Over 100 products to sample and shop! Plus loads of fresh food truck options and cool, cooling drinks plus fun eating comps and plenty of kids activities. An event for the whole family!

Murphys Creek, Lockyer Valley Qld

26-27 September, 2026

Brisbane Redfest

RedFest is Redland City's premier event and boasts musicians and artists from across the globe, along with sideshow alley, spectacular fireworks, the world-famous Strawberry Eating Competition, Battle of the Bands and much more.

Cleveland Brisbane Qld

3 October, 2026

Blues on Bulimba

Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of blues, funk, and rock on the lush green grass of Bulimba Memorial Park! This family-friendly free entry event features live entertainment, market stalls, food trucks, pop-up bar and a great vibe

Bulimba Memorial Park Bulimba Qld

10 October, 2026

Chirn Park Street Festival

The Chirn Park Street Festival is set to be BIGGER, LOUDER, and more EXCITING than ever! Enjoy FREE live music on the main stage, roving performers, kid's entertainment, local food and business specials, community groups, stalls and more!

Musgrave Ave Chirn Park Qld

16-18 October, 2026

Groundwater Country Music Festival

The Groundwater Country Music Festival is a beachside event and free to attend, showcasing premier Country Music performers on a number of outdoor stages and in venues throughout the entire Broadbeach precinct.

Broadbeach Gold Coast Qld

17 October, 2026

Ferny Grove Festival

The Ferny Grove Festival is a fun-filled event, showcasing the best local entertainment, fabulous food and our great community groups. Enjoy carnival rides, games, children's performances, displays and activities for all ages

Cnr McGinn & Archdale Roads, Ferny Grove Qld

17-18 October, 2026

Buderim Garden Festival

Buderim - the beautiful Garden Town of the Sunshine Coast invites you to the annual Buderim Garden Festival. Highlights include Twilight Plant Market, Spring Flower Show, Open Gardens, Weekend Flower Market and St. Marks Church Floral Display.

Buderim War Memorial Hall, Buderim Qld

23-25 October, 2026

Good Food & Wine Show

Enjoy a fun day out with friends discovering new foods, new wines and latest products at the Good Food & Wine Show. With hundreds of local and international exhibitors, your new favourite food and drinks are only a sample away.

BCEC Brisbane Qld

23-25 October, 2026

Goodna Jacaranda Festival

Enjoy a much loved community festival that celebrates the wonderfully diverse lifestyle in our region. With main stage bands, talent quest, market stalls, displays, fairground rides, carnival games and fireworks - there's something for everyone.

59 Woogaroo St Goodna Qld

24 October, 2026

Beerwah Community Spring Fair

We have more fun to be enjoyed this year with the whole family at this year's Beerwah Spring Fair. There's rides for all ages, petting zoo, face painters, market stalls, food trucks, car show, entertainers and to end the event fireworks!

32 Sports Ground Dr Beerwah Qld

25 October, 2026

Gold Coast Seafood Festival

Come along for a magic afternoon by the Broadwater and enjoy a wide range of fresh seafood, cooking demos, live entertainment, market stalls, free kids rides and activities, bar area and great coastal festival vibes

Len Fox Park Labrador Qld

6 November, 2026

Sunnybank Community Twilight Markets

Save the date in your diary and come along to the Sunnybank Community Twilight Markets for an evening of fun, fine food and great entertainment. This family-friendly event features market and food stalls, carnival rides, performances and more

Eddington St Sunnybank Qld

6 November, 2026

Diwali

The Diwali (Festival of Lights) celebrates the Victory of Truth Over Evil and light over darkness. This mega multicultural family event is full of live music, cultural performances, authentic Indian food, kids activities, stalls, artefacts and more.

King George Square CBD Brisbane Qld

14 November 2026

Stanthorpe Berry Festival

Enjoy all things Strawberry at the Stanthorpe Berry Festival with lots to see and do including interactive experiences, producers and makers, taste testings, competitions, demonstrations and more! This is an event you don't want to miss!

Weeroona Park Stanthorpe Qld

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Things To Do In South East Queensland

Things To Do In Brisbane

There's a fabulous range of great things to do in Brisbane including heritage and cultural attractions, national parks and gardens, wildlife encounters, outdoor adventures, island getaways and fine dining experiences.

Gold Coast Theme Parks

Gold Coast Theme Parks offer fun, excitement and world class entertainment for all ages with attractions ranging from high speed Roller Coasters to family friendly rides, slides and up-close animal encounters.

Sunshine Coast Attractions

The Sunshine Coast is the perfect destination for those seeking thrilling rides and attractions, amazing wildlife sanctuaries, coastal walking trails, stunning beaches, and Heritage-listed National Parks.